Midwestern Potato Salad

This Midwestern Potato Salad combines creamy textures with a tangy dressing, making it a perfect side dish for any gathering. Its simple ingredients and hearty potatoes reflect the comforting essence of American Midwest cuisine.

Ingredients

• Red potatoes - 400 grams
• Mayonnaise - 100 grams
• Yellow mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Celery - 50 grams, diced
• Red onion - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Hard-boiled eggs - 2, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Wash the red potatoes thoroughly and cut them into quarters.
2. Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender but firm.
3. Drain the potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to form the dressing.
5. Once the potatoes have cooled, add them to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold to coat the potatoes without breaking them.
6. Add the diced celery, chopped red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the potato mixture. Fold them in gently.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley.
8. Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of vitamins C and B6 from potatoes.
• Contains healthy fats from mayonnaise, which can support heart health.

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